From his own solo recordings we are given some outstanding acoustic versions in the form of Scar On The Sky which was taken from Cornell’s 2007 sophomore solo release as well as Ground Zero from his most recent 2009 Scream record. With so many songs to pick from Cornell’s chosen 16 to feature on the record couldn’t have been better chosen. Regarded as owning one of the most acclaimed and familiar voices in the rock arena and known for his belting vocals and impressive range, Cornell took to the road between March and May 2011 on the acoustic Songbook Tour and wowed audiences and critics with the intimately set performances and some of the best renditions are what is featured on this new release. Songbook is also Cornell’s first solo live release. Recorded while on the road the songs featured on the record aren’t taken from any one single performance but instead are tracks performed throughout the tour at various venues in the United States. Songbook is the musicians fourth solo record and plays a live role within the stars already hefty catalogue showcasing a number of Cornell’s self penned material as well as a few covers thrown in for good measures and the odd Soundgarden hit. Soundgarden, Audioslave and Temple of the Dog front man and critically acclaimed solo rock legend Chris Cornell releases his new record this month following a tour that has taken the musician to all corners of the US.

Chris cornell songbook album cover